Thank you for subscribing to the Outdoor Eyes Newsletter. I realize that not all articles will be of equal importance to you, that some of the information enclosed will already be known and understood. But, if Outdoor Eyes motivates you to explore a new photography technique or an outdoor adventure, then it has fulfilled its purpose. Enjoy this month's issue.  Philip "PT" Tulin

Don't panic! All computer equipment fails after a certain amount of time and camera cards such as CompactFlash, SmartMedia, Sony Memory Sticks, XD Cards, etc. are no exception. Unfortunately, they seem to fail when you have stored the most important photographs. The lost images could also be due to erasing or formatting a camera card. If it looks like your data is gone, erased, reformatted, overwritten or corrupted it is still often possible to retrieve it, even if your software tells you it's too late. If you don't panic and know what to do next, there is a good chance you may be able to salvage your images.  Top
How do I recover my lost images? »

It's exciting to explore a new area that you've read about. But don't get so excited that you can't find your way back to where you started from. Sometimes, during the moment of On-The-Go Photography, we sometimes forget that if proceed into uncharted waters, we might not be able to find the way back. That is when some navigation knowledge in the woods proves absolutely necessary. How many times have you seen some wildlife in the distance, and without even thinking, you're off in their direction? Maybe you don't even think that you're going that far off the beaten path. But, low and behold, you're somewhat lost.  Top
Learn about aidless navigation. »

Wildlife tends to relate to the weather in the same way that we do. When it is cold, wildlife tends to stay in a covered area to remain warm. In hot weather, wildlife tends to stay in a cool, shady area. Their sense of smell is changed so they are more fearful of the danger that potentially lurks in the outdoors. During rain storms, wildlife also tend to remain inactive. Once the storm is over or the temperature changes, much wildlife activity will be seen.  Top
Learn about the effect of weather. »

OTG Digital Photography is not possible without the monopod with a flexible ball head that allows the desired camera orientation needed to produce all types of photographs. The monopod is not considered a replacement for the tripod as the tripod will always be steadier for taking photographs. But the monopod is easier to carry, easier to move around, lighter than the tripod, less confining and quicker during OTG Digital Photography.  Top
Learn how to use a monopod. »

There are three ways to see wildlife: start hiking and hope that you become lucky, try to follow the tracks that you found during your hike or try to understand the story behind the tracks. Don't think that tracks are limited to deer, moose, fox, dogs and the rest of the animals that come to mind when tracks are mentioned. Ants, turtles, snakes, birds and a whole assortment of reptiles and insects leave tracks, too. OTG Wildlife Tracking doesn't necessarily mean seeing physical tracks. It is also an awareness that a OTG Wildlife Photography opportunity exists without ever having seeing any tracks. By understanding tracking concepts, you will become more aware of more wildlife, even if you can't identify the tracks.  Top
Learn more about OTG wildlife tracking. »